Question 1

Nutrients are sted into three groups: (1) those that provide energy; (2) those that promote growth, development, and maintenance; and (3) those that _______________.

Accepted Answer

regulate body processes OR 
regulate metabolism OR 
regulate processes

Question 2

Nutrition is the science that links _______ to health and disease.

Accepted Answer

foods OR
 food

Question 3

Carbohydrates, fats, and _______________ are nutrients that provide energy.

Accepted Answer

proteins OR 
protein

Question 4

Which nutrient makes up 60 percent of the human body?_______________

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The answer of Which nutrient makes up 60 percent of...

Question 5

_______________ are substances found in plants that, if consumed regularly, may contribute to a reduced risk of cancer cardiovascular disease.

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The answer of _______________ are substances found in plants that,...

Question 6

Consuming five me alcoholic drinks in a row f men, four alcoholic drinks me f women, is considered _______________.

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The answer of Consuming five me alcoholic drinks in a...

Question 7

Recent surveys indicate that the most commonly purchased foods in America are

Accepted Answer

According to recent surveys, the most commonly purchased foods in America are milk, ready-to-eat cereal, bottled water, soft drinks, and bread. These are common household staples and are often consumed daily or on a regular basis. While options B, C, and D may also be popular, they are not as widely purchased as the items listed in option A.

Question 8

F student athletes, water is an adequate fluid replacement f events lasting less than _______________ minutes.

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The answer of F student athletes, water is an adequate...

Question 9

A weight reduction regimen calls f a daily intake of 1,400 kcal and 30 grams of fat. Approximately ______% of the total energy is contributed by fat.

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The answer of A weight reduction regimen calls f a...

Question 10

On average, Americans consume approximately ______% of total kcal as fat.

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The answer of On average, Americans consume approximately ______% of...

Question 11

Which of the following nutrition-related diseases is not one of the three leading causes of death in the United States?

Accepted Answer

While diabetes is a serious and common nutrition-related disease, it is not currently one of the top three leading causes of death in the United States. The top three leading causes of death are cardiovascular disease, cancer, and respiratory disease.

Question 12

Pat purchases a 2-liter bottle of root beer. This would be approximately _______________ quart(s).

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The answer of Pat purchases a 2-liter bottle of root...

Question 13

When in Europe you are told that you are eating a steak weighing 140 grams. This would be _______________ ounces.

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The answer of When in Europe you are told that...

Question 14

Loss of menstrual periods, thinning of bones, gastrointestinal problems, kidney problems, heart abnmalities, and eventually death are serious adverse effects of _______________.

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The answer of Loss of menstrual periods, thinning of bones,...

Question 15

Which of the following is not a class of nutrient?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol is not a class of nutrient. Nutrients are substances that provide nourishment essential for growth and maintenance of life. Alcohol is a substance that, when consumed, can have both positive and negative effects on the body, but it is not considered a nutrient.

Question 16

One cup of chocolate milk contains 15 grams of carbohydrate, 8 grams of fat, and 8 grams of protein. This cup of milk supplies _______________ kcal.

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The answer of One cup of chocolate milk contains 15...

Question 17

The nutrient values on the _____________________________ can be used to calculate calie content of a food.

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The answer of The nutrient values on the _____________________________ can...

Question 18

The six classes of nutrients include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and _______________.

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The answer of The six classes of nutrients include carbohydrates,...

Question 19

The _____________________________ is one imptant region in the brain that influences whether we eat not.

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The answer of The _____________________________ is one imptant region in...

Question 20

Shelby weighs 70 kilograms, which is _______________ pounds.
70 kg x 2.2 lb/kg = 154 lb

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The answer of Shelby weighs 70 kilograms, which is _______________...

Quiz 1: What You Eat and Why